Safe Celebrations—No Sky Lanterns in Minnesota!

Recently, there has been a rise in the use of heat propelled lanterns that float through the air, blow out of sight and land wherever fate drops them.

These devices with their candle style flame, often called “Sky Lanterns”, “Chinese Lanterns” or “Celebration Lanterns”, pose a distinct fire and safety threat to buildings, homes, parks, and wild land settings. The use of these lanterns has b

Crime Alert - Daytime Residential Burglaries

During the month of May, the Eagan Police Department has noted a recent increase of daytime burglaries between the hours of 7:30 AM and 6:00 PM.  In a majority of cases, suspect(s) are gaining entry into the unoccupied homes by forcing open the front door, or entering through unsecured doors and windows.  Items taken include electronics, money and jewelry. 

At this time, it is unclear if th

Frontier Communications and City of Eagan Expand High Speed Connections to Business

The City of Eagan and Frontier Communications are proud to announce a master agreement for Frontier Communications to become the first telecommunications provider on AccessEagan—the City’s wholesale fiber network. The agreement brings additional competitive services to many of Eagan’s core business districts and adds the City’s more than 16 miles of high performance fiber optic lines to Frontie

Eagan Fire Dept. 50th Anniversary Image available to purchase

2013 marks the 50th year of dedicated service from the Eagan Fire Department to our community. The department became operational on July 13, 1963 and since that time has been faithfully served by volunteer firefighters. To mark this historic event, a local Eagan artist has painted a beautiful image showing Eagan’s first fire truck (Jenny) responding to a fire, and the artist will donate a porti

July 4th Funfest Seeking Ambassadors

The Eagan's July 4th Funfest Ambassador Program is currently accepting applications until May 31, for its 2013-2014 season.

The programs open to males and females in three age categories: Youth ages 10-12, Teens ages 13-16 and Junior s ages 17-19 . Academic scholarship or savings bonds can be earned through this program which focuses on service to the community through volunteerism, academi

First Time Homebuyer Assistance

First Time Homebuyer Program offers 3.375% interest rate and $10,000 in down-payment assistance

The seasonal spring housing market has begun! First time homebuyers in Dakota County can access fixed, low interest mortgage financing along with a Mortgage Credit Certificate and up to $10,000 in down‐payment and&n osing cost assistance through the Dakota County Community Development Agency&r’(

METRO Red Line service to launch in June

Metropolitan Council establishes June 22 launch date for region's first bus rapid transitway

 The METRO Red Line will provide station-to-station service from the Apple Valley Transit Station to the Mall of America, with additional stops at 147th Street and 140th Street in Apple Valley and the Cedar Grove station in Eagan. The Red Line will be the second in the region’s METRO system, an

2013 Drinking Water Poster Contest Winners

Congratulations to Ashley & Helen!  Ashley & Helen are the 2013 Eagan Water Poster Contest Winners.  Ashley is a 4^th Grade student from Deerwood Elementary and her teacher is Mrs. Sipe.   Helen is a 4th Grade student from Northview Elementary and her teacher is Mrs. Fleck.

The City of Eagan Utilities Division participates annually with local schools to promote public utilities education to